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Weather & Climate in Gargas, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Gargas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 263 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches. The area receives 4.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 538 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 57.9°F |
| 7% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 263 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 538 ft (164 m) |
| Area | 3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 167/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.7573°N, 1.4677°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
463 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.7.
| Feb 18, 1996 | 3 km NE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M4.7 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Aug 28, 2023 | 11 km W of Espot, Spain | M4.6 | 138 km | 10 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 7 km ENE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M4.6 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Oct 4, 1999 | 12 km N of Bagnères-de-Luchon, France | M4.4 | 118 km | 10 km |
| Apr 1, 2010 | 8 km ESE of Campan, France | M4.3 | 130 km | 15 km |
| Dec 12, 1996 | 5 km WSW of Tournay, France | M4.2 | 123 km | 10 km |
| Oct 16, 1990 | 4 km SSE of Ossun, France | M4.1 | 137 km | 28 km |
| Apr 29, 2014 | 6 km ENE of Pierrefitte-Nestalas, France | M4.1 | 147 km | 11 km |
| Feb 12, 1995 | 1 km N of Soumoulou, France | M4.1 | 144 km | 5 km |
| May 3, 2008 | 6 km ESE of Campan, France | M4.1 | 130 km | 4 km |
| Apr 17, 2023 | 11 km SSW of La Barthe-de-Neste, France | M4.0 | 125 km | 10 km |
| Feb 3, 2004 | 14 km SSE of Vielha, Spain | M4.0 | 141 km | 3 km |
| Jul 2, 1997 | 5 km W of Vielha, Spain | M4.0 | 131 km | 10 km |
| May 18, 2008 | 2 km NE of Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre, France | M4.0 | 148 km | 5 km |
| May 27, 1993 | 4 km NNE of Pouzac, France | M4.0 | 128 km | 20 km |
| Feb 1, 2022 | 7 km ESE of Farrera, Spain | M4.0 | 143 km | 6 km |
| Feb 4, 1997 | 4 km WSW of Capvern, France | M3.9 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 5 km ENE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M3.9 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Jan 18, 1992 | 0 km S of Horgues, France | M3.9 | 128 km | 10 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 6 km NE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M3.9 | 134 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Olot Volcanic Field (197 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Olot Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 893 m (2,930 ft) | Unknown | 197 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 2.0 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 2.2 in |
Gargas has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 41°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (1.8").